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Educational technologies to guide pulmonary tuberculosis sputum collection: a systematic review
Karine Nascimento da Silva1, Paula Suene Pereira Dos Santos1, Rayanne de Sousa Barbosa1
1Universidade Regional do Cariri, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Enfermagem, Crato, CE, Brazil.
Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|July 28, 2022
Summary
Educational technologies improve sputum collection for tuberculosis diagnosis. These tools enhance sample quality, volume, and appearance, leading to better bacteriological confirmation of pulmonary tuberculosis.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Infectious Diseases
- Diagnostic Microbiology
Background:
- Pulmonary tuberculosis diagnosis relies heavily on sputum sample quality.
- Effective sputum collection is crucial for accurate bacteriological confirmation.
- Educational interventions can potentially improve healthcare worker performance in sputum collection.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the impact of educational technologies on sputum collection for pulmonary tuberculosis.
- To assess how different educational tools influence the quality of sputum samples.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review adhering to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews guidelines.
- Comprehensive database search including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science.
- Independent review of studies using the Cochrane Risk-of-Bias tool.
Main Results:
- Seven studies were included from 2,488 initially identified.
- Educational technologies like lectures, booklets, and videos were used.
- Studies demonstrated a low risk of bias and positive impact on sample quality.
Conclusions:
- Educational technologies significantly enhance sputum sample quality (quality, volume, appearance).
- Improved sample quality directly leads to better bacteriological confirmation of tuberculosis.
- Evidence supports the use of educational interventions in tuberculosis diagnostic guidelines.
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